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NOV · 2 days ago

Service Technician (Day Shift)

Conroe, TX

Full-time

Onsite

Entry Level

2+ years exp

NOV is a company specializing in oilfield services, and they are seeking a Service Technician for their day shift. The role involves diagnosing and troubleshooting equipment malfunctions, performing repairs, and ensuring that all equipment operates to full specifications.

Manufacturing

H1B Sponsor Likely

Responsibilities

Diagnose and troubleshoot causes of malfunction of equipment from observation test based on hydraulic and pneumatic schematics and assembly drawings and resolve malfunctions

Disassemble equipment to remove parts and effect repairs

Examine any and all parts for general corrosion, defects, breakage or excessive wear whenever looking at specific reported issues on any unit

Order parts as required including fabricated parts

Install all parts according to instructions given, knowledge of unit being assembled and/or following drawings as required, including needed adjustments and alignment

Pressure test and function test repaired equipment to ensure it works to full specification

Operate cranes and forklifts to assist in assembly operations

Prepare hydraulic/pneumatic components and install hoses, fittings and fluids into the unit. Follow hydraulic/pneumatic schematics as required

Safely assemble and test blow-out-preventors (BOPs), packer stripper, risers and other pressure control equipment according to blueprints, engineering specifications, and customer requirements

Complete ECRs when engineering discrepancies are found including issues with the BOM

Maintain a professional attitude at all times and communicate regularly and clearly with customers

Comply with all NOV Company and HSE policies and procedures

Maintain a clean and organized work area, utilize safe work habits

Qualification

Mechanical problem-solvingHydraulic systems knowledgeBlueprint readingHydrostatic testingBasic computer skillsOperating forkliftsOperating cranesFollowing instructionsCommunication skillsAdaptability

Required

High school diploma or equivalent, preferred

Must possess two (2) or more years general mechanical and/or assembly experience

Mechanical problem-solving ability and troubleshooting is a must

Knowledge in blueprint reading and precision measuring tools (micrometers, calipers, height gages, indicators and various transfer gages)

Must be competent in the use of basic hand tools and other tools such as torque wrenches, impact guns, hydraulic torque machines, and air tools

Must possess a basic understanding of hydraulic systems

Must be able to safely drive/operate a forklift and must be able to safely operate a crane

Must possess basic computer skills

Must be willing and able to work flexible shifts and changing work schedules on short notice

Must be able to communicate in English (both written and oral) as it relates to the job

Must be able to follow written and oral instructions

Must be able to read and interpret drawings, procedures, and specifications

Must be adaptable to a changing work environment, competing demands and able to deal with frequent change, delays or unexpected events

Must be able to lift up to 50 pounds

Preferred

Experience in oilfield pressure control equipment preferred

Hydrostatic testing experience is a plus

Benefits

401(k) Retirement Plan – NOV matches every dollar up to 5% of base pay and overtime for every dollar you invest.

Competitive medical plans that are effective your date of hire. Coverage options for just yourself as an eligible employee start at as little as $40 per pay period (bi-weekly), and plans that cover your entire family (yourself, eligible spouse, and eligible children) start at $150.50 per pay period (bi-weekly).

FREE MDLIVE virtual visits (when enrolled in an NOV medical plan).

FREE preventative medical and dental care for the entire family (when enrolled in an NOV medical/dental plan and seeing an in-network physician).

FREE Basic Life and AD&D insurance at 2 times your annual salary (for full-time employees).

All regular full-time employees start with 3 weeks of paid vacation per year (prorated based on start date). Pre-NOV relevant experience (years of service) may be considered for vacation accruals.

All regular full-time employees receive up to 11 paid holidays per year.

Company

NOV

Glassdoor3.7

NOV provides Downhole, Drilling, Engineering and Project Management, Industrial, Lifting and Handling, Production, Tubular.

Founded in 1862

Houston, Texas, USA

10001+ employees

https://www.nov.com/

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